Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBarrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge

Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge

England
List entry 1005666
Nation
England
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge is a Bronze Age round barrow situated in Wiltshire. The monument survives as an earthen mound typical of funerary structures erected during the Bronze Age period, when such barrows served as burial monuments for high-status individuals within their communities. Its location in this part of Wiltshire places it within a landscape rich in prehistoric remains. The barrow represents an important element of the Bronze Age cultural and burial practice in the region.

Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1005666. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge?

Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge is a Bronze Age round barrow situated in Wiltshire. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1005666.

Who is responsible for protecting Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge?

Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1005666.

What other scheduled monuments are near Barrow 1/4 mile (400m) NW of Willoughby Hedge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Barrow on The Warren (1 km), Round barrow NE of Sheephouse Farm (4 km), Bowl barrow 190m north east of Burton Farm (4.1 km).

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